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A First Course in Abstract Algebra (6th Edition)

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"Abstract Algebra" is one of the most important field in mathematics. This book start with some really interesting & understandable examples. The most beautiful part of this book is the Galois Theorem & insolvability of the quintic(the "final" goal), which the example illustracte many confusing that one may get while reading the theorem. However, I stil wish there are more examples in the end of every important theory & ideas. Besides that, it is a pleasure of reading it!

Having taken Algebra (e.g, using van der Warden, Herstein, Lang, MacLane etc) courses in1950's, I found Fraleigh's delightful and informative book the one I continually refer to (still have my 1968 copy) for 'tune ups'. His style is that of a chalk covered tutor/mentor/ friend standing next to you to grasp inductively algebraic mental metaphors which allow you to further grasp their elaborations from Topolgy to Topos. His humor pervades the book (e.g. p11"..e) Mathematicians are eager to have some ambiguity in their work so that it has a better chance of being right [grin]).

Never having had the honor to meet him in person may I use this review to thank him for his pedagogical gem.

This is a good text to learn the basics of abstract algebra. I would have liked there to be a few problems that were more advanced and perhaps some more interesting applications to geometry. It would also have been nice if specific groups, other than the Klein-4, etc., could have been mentioned at least. Overall, it gives a solid axiomatic approach to abstract algebra.

An essential part to any mathematician or to anyone who wants to learn about Group and Ring Theory. The prose is sharp and concise. Plenty of examples to faciliate learning of theorems and defintions. It was my textbook for a class and enabled me to master the subject of group and ring theory throughly. A pleasure to own!

An essential part to any mathematician or to anyone who wants to learn about Group and Ring Theory. The prose is sharp and concise. Plenty of examples to faciliate learning of theorems and defintions. It was my textbook for a class and enabled me to master the subject of group and ring theory throughly. A pleasure to own!

I believe Herstein's "Topics in Algebra" and "Abstract Algebra" are the best introduction to algebra. Every prospective mathematician should read these two books with the kind of enthusiasm and religious fervor as a Christian reads his Bible. If you find Herstein's books too difficult, then you might want to try Fraleigh's book. Fraleigh does a fairly good job presenting group theory even though I sometimes find his proofs too wordy. Starting from the chapter on ring theory, wheels started coming off. Some proofs are problematic and the discussion lengthy and misdirected. Due to the length of the book it might take you quite some time to finish the book and because the book is so misdirected you will still be in a very small neighborhood around the origin. Even though I doubt anybody will ever be able to reach infinity mathematically, the least you can do is starting with a large piece like Herstein.

An essential part to any mathematician or to anyone who wants to learn about Group and Ring Theory. The prose is sharp and concise. Plenty of examples to faciliate learning of theorems and defintions. It was my textbook for a class and enabled me to master the subject of group and ring theory throughly. A pleasure to own!

An essential part to any mathematician or to anyone who wants to learn about Group and Ring Theory. The prose is sharp and concise. Plenty of examples to faciliate learning of theorems and defintions. It was my textbook for a class and enabled me to master the subject of group and ring theory throughly. A pleasure to own!

When this book came into existence, the world was made a better place. The everything is wonderful. It's very clear and concise, and it's just nice.